Deadline: September 25, 2026
York Township — York County, Pennsylvania
Full-Time · Exempt · Reports to the York Township Board of Commissioners
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, as determined by the York Township Board of Commissioners
About York Township
York Township is a First Class Township in York County, Pennsylvania, governed by an elected Board of Commissioners. The Township is seeking a Township Manager to lead the day-to-day administration of Township government following the planned retirement of the current Manager.
Position Summary
The Township Manager is the Chief Administrative Officer of the Township, responsible for the administration of the Township’s day-to-day business under the direction of the Board of Commissioners.
Key Responsibilities
- Serves as Secretary to the Board of Commissioners: prepares agendas, minutes, and correspondence; attends Board meetings and represents the Board at designated functions.
- Prepares the annual budget with the Director of Finance and department directors; develops long-range fiscal plans; reviews department budget performance; approves invoices for payment.
- Directs and supervises daily administrative staff work; coordinates activities across all Township departments; reviews applications, interviews, and makes hiring and personnel decisions as necessary.
- Prepares, recommends, and implements a capital improvements program; oversees Township infrastructure, equipment, and facilities planning.
- Maintains public relations with residents; serves as a point of contact with the media; maintains records per Township policy and prepares reports to other governmental units.
- Acts as Privacy Official for the Township’s group health plan (HIPAA compliance) and serves on the York Area Regional Police Pension Board.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Board of Commissioners.
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, or a related field, and three years of experience in the administration of a business or a public agency, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field and three years experience.
Certifications / Licenses:
- Valid driver’s license.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Working knowledge of municipal finance, budgeting, accounting, and strategic planning principles.
- Familiarity with the Township’s zoning, subdivision, and land development ordinances, and applicable Township, state, and federal laws and regulations.
- Ability to motivate, train, and evaluate staff; strong written and oral communication skills.
- Sound, timely decision-making, and the ability to deal courteously and diplomatically with the public and co-workers.
- Proficiency with standard office and computer software.
Working Conditions
Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment, with occasional evening or weekend hours and travel required to attend meetings or visit Township sites. Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.
How to Apply
Interested individuals should submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of professional references to Lisa Smith at L.smith@yorktownshippa.gov / 190 Oak Road, Dallastown, PA 17313 by September 25, 2026. Please direct questions about this posting to Lisa Smith at L.smith@yorktownshippa.gov.
This position is being posted concurrently to current York Township employees and to the general public under identical qualifications and evaluation criteria. Current employees interested in the position should follow the Township’s standard internal application process described in the Employee Handbook.
Equal Opportunity Employer
York Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Township does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law in any aspect of hiring or employment. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and Township needs.
Physical Requirements
- Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
- Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction.
- Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s), for example, using a keyboard.
- Ability to see within normal parameters.
- Ability to hear within normal range.
- Ability to move about in an office setting.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds maximum.
- Ability to squat, stoop, bend, climb, crouch, kneel, and crawl under various conditions at construction sites.
- Ability to walk on various terrains at construction sites.
- Tolerance for working outdoors in all weather conditions.